Forma Plus by InMode is a non-invasive cosmetic procedure that tightens loose, sagging skin with radiofrequency technology. Many different factors like age, exposure to sunlight, stress, and diet affect our skin’s elasticity. Over time, these factors cause internal changes to our skin’s structure. While topical agents like creams, serums, and lotions all promise remarkable results, they often leave our patients with minimal rejuvenation. However, with Forma’s safe and effective radiofrequency energy, our patients see their skin improve gradually from the inside out. After your Forma session, you will notice the treated skin tighten, contouring better to the underlying muscles. With Forma, you can see genuine results with no downtime at all! If you have loose, excess skin around your body, please fill out this online form to set up a consultation with Dr. David G. Smith at one of our two Ohio offices. Here, he will examine your skin’s elasticity and recommend if Forma Plus can achieve your desired aesthetic results. To reach our front office directly, please call (440) 853-8208.

How Skin Loses Its Elasticity

Our skin is a complex organ that continually regenerates throughout our lives, replacing each cell roughly every 28 days. Making up the scaffolding of our skin is taut elastin and collagen fibers. These fibers are crucial to keep our skin looking youthful and radiant. In fact, 70-80% of our skin consists of collagen.^[1] These fibers interweave together to act like springs under our skin. When we’re young, these fibers repel gravity, stress, and physical stressors to keep our skin tight and smooth. However, once we reach our late 20s and early 30s, the cells responsible for collagen and elastin upkeep start to wane in production. Fibroblast cells gradually lose their ability to replenish our skin’s internal structures, causing the collagen and elastin fibers to weaken. With weakened fibers, our skin is much more susceptible to aging factors like pollutants, physical and emotional stresses, and unhealthy lifestyle habits like poor diet and smoking. All of these factors cause the fibers to weaken even further,^[2] thus deepening the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and loose skin.

How Forma Restores Skin

To counteract these signs of aging, beauty experts promote different topical agents to restore your youthful glow. However, these products don’t go far enough to provide customers with satisfactory results. With Forma Plus, patients’ skin restores itself from the inside out. The device generates radiofrequency energy to exclusively target our skin’s fibroblast cells. These cells are responsible for collagen and elastin production. With age, these cells slow. But, with Forma’s radiofrequency energy, these cells increase their collagen and elastin output. As the Forma device gently works its way across the skin, the energy heats only these cells, leaving the surrounding tissue unaffected.^[3] After a Forma session, these cells located in the deep dermis layer of our skin release fresh fibers for weeks to come, leading to continually improving results.

Benefits

While other skin tightening technologies and techniques offer similar results, they don’t come with the added benefits of Forma Plus. With Forma Plus, patients can see genuine results without all the hassle and recovery time that comes with other cosmetic procedures. Patients who choose Forma Plus can get back to their lives to enjoy their remarkable results sooner.

Non-Invasive

Other skin tightening approaches require local anesthesia, multiple incisions, and sub-dermal activation to stimulate collagen and elastin production. However, Forma Plus gently runs along the outside of your skin, permeating radiofrequency through the skin’s different layers to trigger an influx of new collagen and elastin fibers. Because this is a non-surgical procedure, you will be able to leave our offices and jump right back into your daily routine. Patients often remark on how easy it is to fit a Forma Plus session into their busy schedules.

Safe Yet Effective Technology

Non-invasive lasers have been used in the cosmetic industry for over a decade, but they often leave patients with adverse reactions. For patients with darker skin tones, traditional skin tightening lasers would leave hyperpigmented spots in the treated areas. However, Forma’s radiofrequency laser is safe and effective for all skin types. For those with sensitive skin, your complexion might appear rosy after a session, but this will subside within a couple of minutes.

Candidates

For those interested in skin tightening with Forma Plus, please schedule a personal consultation with Dr. Smith at one of our two offices. Typically, patients who see beneficial results fall into one or more of these categories.

Cosmetic Solutions with Dr. Smith

Dr. David G. Smith is the president and owner of Smith Vein & Cosmetic Surgery and has helped thousands of patients achieve their desired physical appearance. His collection of cosmetic procedures treats a wide variety of conditions. From boosting the contours in your cheeks to physically removing subcutaneous fat cells, Dr. Smith has the tools, skills, and resources necessary to help you look and feel your best. That is why he is so proud to offer his clientele Forma Plus: the most advanced skin tightening device in the cosmetic industry. The first step to seeing smoother, younger skin is to schedule a consultation today!

Personal Consultation

If you are a new patient, we will begin with a brief intake interview and a physical examination. Then, we will learn about your desired results. Since Forma Plus is a simple, non-invasive procedure, we can address other cosmetic concerns during your treatment. We will inspect your loose skin and decide if Forma Plus is the best approach. Then, we will examine other areas that might have wrinkles, fine lines, and folds. If another service is best for these areas, we will incorporate it into your personalized treatment plan. Finally, before you leave our care, we will schedule a time and date for your first Forma Plus session.

Preparation

Because this is a non-invasive procedure, you won’t have to worry about any necessary preparations beforehand. The device does feel warm on the skin. If you have a lower than normal pain tolerance or are having a sensitive area treated, ask one of our nurses for a numbing cream before the procedure begins.

Procedure

During your Forma Plus skin tightening procedure, we will have you lie down comfortably. We will apply a gel to help the Forma Plus wand glide easily over the target areas. We can treat several different areas such as:

By addressing these areas, we can restore the contours in your face and the youthfulness in your appearance. After we’ve treated all your requested areas, we will wipe away the gel and make sure you are ready to return to your daily schedule.

Recovery & Results

Over the next few weeks and months, you will notice your skin tightening. New collagen and elastin fibers will wash away wrinkles, fine lines, and loose skin. Depending on the previous state of your skin, you can expect to see these refreshing results for years to come. To fortify these results, be sure to continue leading an active life, staying well-hydrated, eating healthy foods, and protecting your skin from UV exposure.

Other Solutions For Wrinkles & Fine Lines

For those interested in facial rejuvenation but who want to go with another cosmetic option, look no further than dermal fillers and Botox. These simple injectables relieve common signs of aging from your complexion. Botox stuns the underlying muscle from contracting, causing the skin to smooth away any wrinkles or lines. Dermal fillers, on the other hand, revitalize the skin’s interior support, restoring volume and smoothing out blemishes almost immediately. While they all are not created equal, one may be more beneficial to you than the others. So, be sure to ask about either of these alternatives to Forma Plus during your consultation.

How Much Does Forma Plus Cost in Ohio?

Forma Plus skin tightening involves multiple procedures spread a couple of weeks apart. Some patients see their desired results after four procedures, others are satisfied after six. This will vary from patient to patient. So, the price of your Forma Plus treatment will also vary. During your consultation, we will discuss and determine the price of your unique treatment plan. If you would like to see what specials we currently offer, check out our specials page. For those interested in staying on top of all the latest information in the cosmetic industry, check out our blog! Dr. Smith is proud to give his clients the best, most advanced information regarding skin tightening treatments.

References

1. Oikarinen A. (1994). Aging of the skin connective tissue: how to measure the biochemical and mechanical properties of aging dermis. Photodermatology, photoimmunology & photomedicine, 10(2), 47–52. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8043384/
2. Bolke, L., Schlippe, G., Gerß, J., & Voss, W. (2019). A Collagen Supplement Improves Skin Hydration, Elasticity, Roughness, and Density: Results of a Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Blind Study. Nutrients, 11(10), 2494. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu11102494
3. Metin Görgü, Gökkaya, A., Jehat Kizilkan, & Dogan, A. (2019). Radiofrequency: Review of literature. ResearchGate; unknown. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/332016265_Radiofrequency_Review_of_literature